1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alpine | Autobianchi |
| Model | A 110 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
